CBD Safe or Addictive? Recently, the World Health Organization released a statement saying that CBD is completely safe and has zero potential for abuse. However, there are a few factors to be aware of when buying your CBD oil.
In recent months CBD has exploded in mainstream culture. We are currently in a time of change; never before has there been so much interest and research being funneled into cannabis. For some, the change couldn’t have come sooner while others are still doubtful about the question: Is CBD Safe?
For those that are still wondering if CBD is Safe, read the official critical report by the World Health Organization here.
In short, the answer is: Yes, CBD is safe and No, CBD is not an addictive substance.
Many people are using CBD as an alternative to many prescription drugs as well as over the counter pharmaceutical drugs.
CBD (cannabidiol) is a naturally occurring phytocannabinoid within the cannabis sativa plant. The WHO reports that CBD demonstrates no potential for dependency nor does it exhibit any signs for dependency.
As previously mentioned, the simple answer is yes. However, this assumes that the cannabis from where the CBD is sourced was grown in healthy soil (free from toxic substances and metals).
Reports of some users becoming ill after using CBD is cause for concern. However, the reason for this is connected to consumers using CBD oil that is either fake or made with hemp or cannabis which was grown in toxic soil. While the CBD market is still in a fledging stage, the market is seeing very little regulations. While this may assist small businesses to get their foot in the door, it does open the very same door for businesses to sell ‘fake’ CBD oil as well.
These are the three main questions to ask before you buy your CBD oil or CBD product:
1. How and where is the cannabis sourced?
2. How is the cannabinoid extracted? (and by whom)
3. Does the company outsource the CBD oil or does it produce it themselves?
Hemp is a type of plant that absorbs whatever is in the soil. This means that if the soil is nutritious then the hemp will absorb these nutrients and grow into a healthy plant. However, the same is true for the opposite; if the soil has toxic substances and metals (like mercury) the plant can absorb these substances and these substances will then be in the final product as well. This is when the CBD oil or CBD product is not safe for human consumption.
Ask for third party lab testing. Ensure that the date on these test results is recent and that the lab itself is reputable.
The extraction process is critical for high-quality CBD products. While there is no one method that is said to be the best, super critical CO2 extraction and ethanol extractions are believed to offer the purest and highest quality CBD extraction.
In order to find a company that you can trust, buy your cannabis from a company that does the entire manufacturing process in-house. From cultivation, to extraction and to final batching. If a company is directly involved in the entire product process, it is likely that the quality can be relied on.
It is recommended that, as a consumer, you request for the company’s batch-testing results. This will ensure that you find cannabis that is pure and of a high quality.
Is the CBD Product Outsourced and Resold or Is it Produced by the Company?
Some CBD companies are cashing in on the new market by purchasing CBD oils from outside suppliers. While this in itself is not necessary a sign for a poor quality oil, it is a technique used by some companies looking to cut expenses and make a quick profit.
Needless to say, it is best to locate a company that is involved in the full manufacturing process- from growing to packaging. This creates accountability.
Always opt for companies that are reputable and transparent. Always ask for third party lab testing so that you know the quality of the CBD product and you can avoid CBD that is not safe.
CBD has shown enormous potential for health benefits and while further studies are needed to see just how the cannabinoid can be used effectively, the WHO has stated that it is a safe substance with no potential for addiction.
If you are interested in learning more about how to use CBD or what CBD can do for you, browse the CBD Safe blog for helpful and informative articles. CBD Safe also stocks a wide range of quality sourced CBD products that you can browse through to find the best CBD oil for you.
